To ensure long life and proper operation of the Release Mechanism of the clutch, it is important to properly lubricate the following areas.

Lubrication

• Release Bearing: The cast iron bearing housing will be equipped with either a standard grease fitting or a lubrication tube extension. If a lubrication tube is not present, it is necessary to remove the inspection cover to gain access to the grease fitting. Apply grease until it purges from the rear of the housing. Grease on the Clutch Brake friction surface and the Transmission Input Shaft will extend the life of the Clutch Brake and bronze bushings inside the release sleeve.
• Release Bearing Wear Pads: Where the Release Fork contacts the bearing housing, there are small hardened steel pads. Apply a small amount of grease to the wear pads where the Clutch Release Fork contacts.
• Clutch Brake: The Clutch Brake friction material is designed to operate with lubricant. While lubricating the Release Bearing, grease should purge from the housing and contact the Clutch Brake. This is beneficial for long Clutch Brake life. If desired, a small amount of grease could be applied to both sides of the Clutch Brake.
• Cross Shaft Bushings: Lubricate both the left and the right Cross-Shaft Bushings per OEM recommendations.
• Clutch Control Linkage: Lubricate the clutch linkage bell cranks and pivot pins per OEM recommendations.
• Pilot Bearing: The pilot bearing inside the flywheel is a sealed for life bearing and requires no lubrication. Use a premium pilot bearing to prevent clutch drag and early bearing failures (C-3, C-4, C-5 Suffix).

Recommended Lubrication

Lubrication Interval

For recommended lubrication intervals, see Manual TCMT-0021, Roadranger® Lubricant Products, or call 1-800-826-HELP (4357).